Plans Examiner I or II - Development Services (Cottonwood)

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Cottonwood, AZ
Job Type: Full Time - Non Exempt
Job Number: 202600177
Department: Development Services
Opening Date: 06/02/2026
Closing Date: 6/16/2026 5:00 PM Arizona


Role
The Development Services Department is seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable Plans Examiner to join our team!
PLANS EXAMINER I

OR

PLANS EXAMINER II

We are looking for a Plans Examiner with a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. The ideal candidate will have professional experience in plans review and a solid understanding of construction, holding both ICC plans examiner and residential building inspector certifications.
We are accepting applications for either a Plans Examiner I or Plans Examiner II position, contingent upon the qualifications and skill sets of eligible applicants.


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Plans Examiner I $23.35 to $36.19 per hour
Plans Examiner II $27.03 to $41.89 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

Plans Examiner I Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:
A minimum of one (1) year of experience in design, inspection, plan review, code enforcement, or closely related field.

Additional Requirements:

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

Must obtain ICC Plans Examiner Certification as a Residential Plans Examiner within six (6) months of hire.
Plans Examiner II Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in building plan examining or design or closely related field.

Additional Requirements:

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

Must possess ICC Certification as a Residential Plans Examiner.

Must possess ICC Certification as a Residential Building Inspector, or the equivalent.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program


ELECTIVE COVERAGE
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)


PLEASE NOTE
• Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
01


Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02


This position requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience in design, inspection, plan review, code enforcement, or closely related field.How much experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

03


Do you possess a valid ICC Plans Examiner Certification as a Residential Plans Examiner?

• Yes
• No, I do not possess this certification but acknowledge my understanding that I will need to obtain one within six (6) months of hire.

04


Do you possess a valid ICC Certification as a Residential Building Inspector, or the equivalent?

• Yes
• No

05


Which position(s) are you interested in applying for?

• Plans Examiner I
• Plans Examiner II
• Both

Required Question